Top 9 GTX 1080 Laptops

1. ASUS ROG 703

Asus ROG is one of the best-known lines of gaming laptops and comes brimming with power in a gamer-centric build.

That means plenty of RGB on the fully programmable keyboard, a brushed metal effect for the chassis, and attractive orange highlights.

That said, for those who aren’t fans of the gamer aesthetic, this probably won’t be the laptop for you!

Likewise, it’s not the most attractive from a gamer-aesthetic-perspective either.

It looks something like a spaceship and there will be those that like this look. But it’s the same basic design language that Asus has been using for years, and it is starting to look a little tired next to offerings from Alienware and Razer.

Still, it’s certainly not bad, and it’s not really about the looks, is it?

In this case, you are getting an unlocked core i9-8950HK processor at an impressive 4.8GHz clock spoeed: perfectly powerful for any productivity tasks like video editing.

To further back up that performance comes 32GB of DDR4 RAM to handle multitasking without breaking ANY sweat whatsoever.

Of course, all this also helps considerably when it comes to gaming performance, which is handled primarily with the incredibly capable GTX 1080 with 8GB of GDDR5X memory.

Like we saw with the ASUS ROG they really haven’t changed the design much in a long time!

The company has even been guilty in the past of placing sticky labels over ports to cut down on production costs when upgrading and downgrading machines (rather than just replacing the port!).

The MSI GT83 Titan to this end doesn’t look much. In fact it’s very similar to a GT72VR 6RE from nearly 3 years ago! (Though this model does have a number pad.)

However, the design is gamer-centric thanks to the Ferrari-like logo on the hood and the faux-brushed aluminum effect. But it’s also a lot less in-your-face than other designs. So it has that going for it.

What this thing lacks in looks though, it MORE than makes up for in performance. Sure, it’s ‘just’ an i7-8850H processor (4.3Ghz burst but only 2.6GHz base).

But where this thing comes into its own is with the dual GPUs. That’s TWO GTX 1080s with 16GB of DDR4 RAM.

And that is going to be enough to absolutely demolish pretty much any game you can possible think of. For years to come.

Worried about games like Cyberpunk 2077 performing on your machine? Don’t be. Without knowing the recommended specs or anything, we know that two GTX 1080s will easily handle that on ultra.

Other highlights include a mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX silver switches (perfect for gaming), and a 18.4” FHD display.

And for $4,300, it is still cheaper than the Alienware.

4. MSI GT75 Titan 4K

Maybe you liked the sounds of the GT83 Titan, but you don’t see the need for dual 1080s just yet. Maybe you’re not planning on using a 4K multi-monitor set-up, or maybe you already have an external housing for additional GPU power.

Seeing as you could get two 1080s for such a good price, you might therefore be wondering what MSI can offer when it’s only packing a single GPU. As you may have guessed, it’s a pretty impressive offering!

The MSI GT75 Titan is just such a machine and upgrades the CPU to an i9 with a 4.3-4.8GHz clock speed.

More impressive is that this also powers a 17.3” 4K display, for absolutely beautiful games and tons of screen real-estate when getting on with productive tasks.

5. HP Omen X 17.3”

Many of us think of HP as an OEM that specializes in business machines.

However, the Omen series of laptops demonstrates that this isn’t always the case, and brings us a very powerful gaming device for half the price of some of the competition.

The Omen X has a sleek gamer aesthetic but manages to stay pretty thin (despite weighing a similar amount to the MSI at 10.73lbs).

The lid features a cool pointed effect with red lighting, and the keyboard also has pleasing red backlighting.

It’s not as customizable as some of the full RGB keyboards on this list, but if you like the red and black look, it is undeniably cool. Like it’s pulsing with power!

And it kind of is! Despite the approachable form factor and the affordable price, the Omen X comes with similar specs to the others on this list.

You have a core i7-7820HK clocked at 2.9Ghz base and up to 3.9Ghz burst. Of course you’re getting the GTX 1080 with 8GB of GDDR5. There’s also 16GB oif DDR4 SDRAM and a 1TB HDD and 256SSD.

So, you’ll be taking a slight hit in terms of the storage (while still having ample), as well as the CPU performance (though again, it’s no slouch).

But you’re getting the precise same graphics and more than enough performance to power them. And when you consider that you’d easily pay this much for a Surface Pro, or a MacBook – neither of which come even close to this kind of performance – this really is great value for gamers!

6. Razer Blade Pro 17.3” 4K UHD

As with Alienware, Razer makes laptops that are highly desirable and well made.

These are statement pieces as much as they are beast machines, and of course you’re going to pay for that.

But whereas Alienware is targeting the gamer very directly, Razer seems to be aiming for a slightly broader audience. Deaigned with a more svelte and restrained look it has potential appeal for power users and professionals.

These are slim, devices with subtle accents rather than bells and whistles to communicate their gamer ideals.

But while this device is slim and light, it’s still packing some power.

Of course, it’s inclusion on this list tells you right away that it has that GTX 1080 GPU and 8GB of GDDR5X to go along with it. In addition, there’s a thunderbolt 3 port too for an external GPU – something that Razers are known to be particularly good for (Razer make their own housing that works flawlessly with their laptops).

Also, it comes with a very impressive 4K UHD screen which is touchscreen. This will certainly appeal to a number of professional users.

Perhaps the major drawback is the CPU. This is running an i7-7820HK, which is capable of speeds up to 3.90Ghz but with a base speed of 2.90Ghz.

That burst speed is pretty good though, and when you take into account everything else you’re getting, it’s actually a very fair package.

Also, 23GB of DDR4 RAM is pretty sweet. The same GPU and a similar CPU as many other items on this list, but with a 4K display and a very fancy design – not bad at all for $4,000!

7. Acer Predator Triton 700

The Acer Predator line is another well known range of gaming laptops, and for $2,700 this is another of the most affordable options here.

It’s sporting a very gamer look, though not one that would look out of place in an office thanks to the mostly black color-scheme.

Inside it comes with the obvious GTX 1080 and 8GB of GDDR5X VRAM. In addition, you have a 15.6” FHD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 32GB of DDR4 memory, and a Core i7-7700HQ.

This is also one of the very lightest gaming PCs you’re likely to encounter. This one will set you back a mere 5.4lbs. This is exceedingly light!

BUT something to keep in mind with all of these types of slim and light gaming machines, is that they will be more prone to overheating as compared with their bigger and heavier counterparts.

That means that you’re likely to experience throttling, which can serious undermine your performance.

Those big vents aren’t just for show you know! That said, this does use two ‘AeroBlade 3D Fans’ to try and mitigate this point. Also, you can always use a laptop cooling pad to provide extra cooling power.

9. MSI GT63 TITAN-046

Finally, to finish off, let’s take a look at just one more TITAN machine.

This one is one of the more affordable options, and seeing as we know that MSI is capable of delivering excellent value for money, that’s a very interesting prospect.

And indeed, you are getting a lot of bang for your buck here.

It’s a Core i7-8750H CPU that can go from 2.2-4.1GHz, with the usual GTX1080 backing it up. In addition, it boasts 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 15.6”, FHD, 120Hz display. Storage wise, you’re getting a 256GB SSD and a 1TB HDD.

In short, it does everything you could want it to… but not really anything more. Unfortunately, the chassis is still the same as every other MSI out there, which is to say fairly bland.

You do get the RGB keyboard, but otherwise it’s just another very flat looking MSI with a single logo on the top.

Perhaps the biggest disappointment is that this machine is actually lacking a thunderbolt 3 port.

That means that you’re going to be limited when it comes to things like external GPUs (by which I mean you won’t be able to use them!).

And while the machine is VR ready (as they all are), it only has the one HDMI port and that USB Type-C 3.1 isn’t going to be sufficient for running a HDMI cable through it.

So, while this is still a good machine for the money, it actually falls behind something like the Zephyrus which would cost you less and look much nicer. It’s unusual to see MSI falling behind like this!

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Closing Comments

As mentioned, the GTX1080 has been around a little while now, which is why it’s possible to get some great gaming laptops for $2-$4K with it built in.

There’s a great range on offer here, from the dual-wielding MSI TITAN, to the light and performant Zephyrus.

The right option is going to depend on your workflow: whether you’ll be using the machine for work, whether you will be carrying it around with you often, and whether you plan on adding an external GPU.

Then there are the other features to consider: like eye tracking, mechanical keys, RGB lighting, storage options. But with so many devices to choose from, you can practically mix and match and find your perfect machine out there somewhere.

Whatever you decide, hopefully this guide has helped you to make the right choice – and hopefully you’ll be able to enjoy hours of master-race PC gaming as a result. There really is no other way to game!

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David has been interested in computers for over 25 years. From playing games on his parents computer as a kid in the early 90s, to building his first PC in 2003 (and many more since then). He has a passion for everything related to computing and this site is dedicated to helping others find the info they need.